Branta minuscula

Branta minuscula

Branta minuscula is an extinct small goose from Pleistocene or Holocene deposits of the United States. As the smallest named Branta species from the fossil record, this herbivorous waterfowl may have inhabited coastal wetlands or island environments. Its small size compared to living Branta geese may reflect either insular dwarfism or a distinct dietary adaptation.

Discovery & Naming

発見場所 United States

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Where were Branta minuscula fossils found?
Fossils of Branta minuscula were found in United States.

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